Technology Requirement

Technology & Digital Platforms

To fully participate in online learning, students must have access to devices and internet that meet the following minimum requirements. Joy Academy Online uses multiple digital platforms including Zoom, Classe365, online assessment tools, and learning resource websites.

Required Devices & Internet Access

Item Minimum Requirement
Computer or TabletWindows 10 or later / macOS 11 or later / iPadOS 15 or later
ProcessorIntel i3 or higher / Apple M1 or higher
RAMMinimum 4GB (8GB recommended)
Camera & MicrophoneBuilt-in or external camera and microphone
HeadphonesHeadphones with microphone recommended
Internet StabilityWired connection or stable Wi-Fi recommended
Recommended BrowsersChrome (v110+), Edge (v110+), Safari (v15+)
Screen ResolutionMinimum 1280×720 (1920×1080 recommended)

Technology Policy

Appropriate UseInappropriate Use
Academic ResearchUsing their devices during class time without Teacher Permission
Writing Essays, Creating PowerPoint PresentationsPlaying Video Games
Watching Educational VideosWatching Non-Educational Videos/Movies
Practicing With Learning ApplicationsViewing or Sharing Inappropriate Content
Accessing Classroom Learning PlatformsPlagiarism or Cheating on Academic Tasks
Communication With Teachers For Academic PurposesUsing Social Media During Class Time Without Permission